Singer-songwriter Lorraine Hess shares her thoughts on the power of music in all aspects of our lives. Consider how you use music in parenting and prayer.

The Power of Music

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Louisa Ikena connects an encounter with Christ in the form of a teary-eyed boy at work to the longing all of us have inside for God.

Holy Longing: I Want My Mommy

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Maria Riley offers five options for slowing down and being more present in the new year.

Resolve to Do Less

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Emily Jerger reflects on how motherhood helps her meditate on God’s love. 

The Mystery of God's Love Revealed at Christmas

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Reflecting on family traditions, Jake Frost hopes that the heritage left by past generations will continue to bring joy to his kids as they make their own ways in life.

A Family Like Rumblebuffin's

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Kate Taliaferro considers two important aspects of Advent as the final days of the season come to a close. 

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Caroline Godin reminds us that while seasonal traditions may change, the most important reason for the season never does. 

Celebrating Christmas the Same, But Different

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Helen Syski’s family tries a new experiment to keep the true gift in Christmas. 

A Gift Freely Given: Why We Have No Christmas Lists This Year

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Ivonne J. Hernandez explores how faith and language reveal God’s presence in every moment of time. 

A Moment in Time

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Louisa Ikena reflects on keeping our focus on Love instead of distraction, and she explores finding a glimpse of heaven on earth. 

Focusing on Love

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